12 Bank Holidays in May 2024: Plan your transactions wisely
Stay informed about the extensive list of bank holidays in May 2024 across India
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As we step into the month of May 2024, bank customers across India are advised to take note of the extensive list of holidays scheduled for the month. With a total of 12 days marked for closure, it's essential for individuals to plan their financial transactions accordingly.
Throughout these days, internet banking services will remain accessible, alongside ATM services. While some of the holidays on the list are national public holidays, others are specific to certain states or regions.
The List of Bank Holidays and the Cities Where They are Declared
May 1: Maharashtra Din/May Day (Labour Day) - All the Banks
May 5: Sunday - All the Banks
May 8: Birth Anniversary of Rabindranath Tagore (Rabindra Jayanti) - Kolkata
May 10: Basava Jayanti/Akshaya Tritiya - Bengaluru
May 11: Second Saturday - All the Banks
May 12: Sunday - All the Banks
May 16: State Day - Gangtok
May 19: Sunday - All the Banks
May 20: Lok Sabha General Elections 2024 - Belapur and Mumbai
May 23: Buddha Pournima - Agartala, Aizawl, Belapur, Bhopal, Chandigarh, Dehradun, Itanagar, Jammu, Kolkata, Lucknow, Mumbai, Nagpur, New Delhi, Raipur, Ranchi, Shimla, Srinagar
May 25: Nazrul Jayanti/Fourth Saturdays - All the banks
May 26: Sunday - All the Banks
As we prepare to navigate through the month of May, let's remember to plan our financial activities thoughtfully, taking into account the scheduled bank closures. By doing so, we can ensure a smooth and hassle-free banking experience while also honouring the significance of these holidays in our cultural calendar.